CCleaner
Windows cleanup utility
CCleaner is a software utility designed to clean unnecessary files from Windows and Mac computers, freeing up disk space and potentially improving system performance.
It removes temporary files, browser caches, cookies, and obsolete registry entries.
Originally released in 2004, it became one of the most popular system optimization tools, though security researchers have raised concerns about its aggressive cleaning and a 2017 incident when hackers compromised its distribution to spread malware.
- cacheConcealed storage spot
- cookiesSmall sweet baked goods
- file shredderDevice destroying confidential documents
- wipeRub to clean
browser history · erase · purge · sweep · declutter · recycle bin · thumbnails · prefetch
Official record of entries
- defragmentConsolidate scattered disk data
- performanceCarrying out a task
- tune-upRoutine vehicle maintenance
- efficiencyProductive without waste
streamlining · tweaking · fine-tuning · monitoring · maintenance · system restore · boot time · resource management
Microsoft operating system
- macOSApple computer operating system
- AndroidGoogle's phone platform
- freewareComplimentary computer programs
- freemiumHybrid monetization approach
installer · update · patch · Avast · uninstaller · bundle · license · subscription
Log of visited sites
- saved passwordsRetained authentication data
- autocompleteSoftware-suggested text completion
- incognitoWith identity concealed
- file shredderDevice destroying confidential documents
digital footprint · personal data · cookie management · search history
junk files
- cacheConcealed storage spot
- cookiesSmall sweet baked goods
- file shredderDevice destroying confidential documents
browser history · wipe · erase · purge · sweep · declutter · recycle bin · thumbnails · prefetch
registry
Official record of entries
- defragmentConsolidate scattered disk data
- performanceCarrying out a task
- tune-upRoutine vehicle maintenance
efficiency · streamlining · tweaking · fine-tuning · monitoring · maintenance · system restore · boot time · resource management
Windows
Microsoft operating system
- macOSApple computer operating system
- AndroidGoogle's phone platform
- freewareComplimentary computer programs
freemium · installer · update · patch · Avast · uninstaller · bundle · license · subscription · trial version
browsing history
Log of visited sites
- saved passwordsRetained authentication data
- autocompleteSoftware-suggested text completion
- incognitoWith identity concealed
file shredder · digital footprint · personal data · cookie management · search history